Want to get into Extreme 3D Printing?  OK, maybe that’s a bit extreme. But perhaps you are considering a complex project that requires different materials. This may lead you to ask: “Can I use two different 3D printer filaments in one build?”

Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) filaments are the odd duck of the 3D printing world.  Their physical properties are unmatched by virtually any other filament. However, lurking beneath the very flexible surface lies a question: Does the color of TPU filament alter print quality?

The world of 3D printing is innovative, thrilling, and intricate!  With its user-friendly properties, PLA filament is a boon for novices and seasoned tech hobbyists. However, even this seemingly forgiving material sets traps for the unwary—a small misstep can mean the difference between a masterpiece and a misprint

As technology evolves, the discussion around the differences between desktop (consumer) and professional 3D printers continues to shape the future of additive manufacturing. Here is how these types of printers differ from each other.

Temperature—a seemingly innocuous variable in 3D printing—is perhaps the single greatest factor affecting your 3D prints. Like humans, too cold and we don’t perform well.  Too hot, and we don’t perform well.  We whine; filament just fails.